Stöten Magazine

Choose the right slalom equipment for your kids

Is it time to update the slalom equipment for the kids? Should you buy new, second-hand or rent? We understand that it can be a difficult choice, so we'd like to share some of the pros and cons!

As we've already mentioned, you have three options when it comes to buying slalom equipment for your children: buying new, buying second-hand or renting. Below we'll go through all the pros and cons of each option.

Buying new equipment

Advantages of the programme

Buying slalom equipment for the kids means it's always available. It's easy to get going quickly and know that you have what you need.
Can be resold to second-hand buyers
Help you find the perfect equipment
When buying new equipment, the warranty applies

Disadvantages

Buying new equipment is expensive
Children grow fast and equipment may not be suitable next season

Buying new, buying second-hand or renting ski equipment? What suits your family and your needs?

Buying equipment second-hand

Advantages of the programme

Good for the environment
Affordable
It doesn't matter if the equipment is only used once or a few times

Disadvantages

Can be difficult to find the right equipment in good condition
No guarantee if something happens

Renting equipment

Advantages of the programme

Cheaper than buying new if you're only going on a single trip - which can sometimes be the case with children
You'll be helped to find the perfect equipment by knowledgeable staff
Children grow quickly and change size often - if you hire equipment, you'll get items that are guaranteed to fit every year

Disadvantages

More expensive than buying new if you will travel several times a year
Can you be sure that the equipment your child needs is available? With the pre-booking of ski equipment this is not a problem!

3 tips for finding the right ski equipment for your child

Whether you choose to buy new, second-hand or hire ski equipment for your children, there are a few factors to bear in mind. Below, we share three simple tips to ensure that your children have the best possible experience with their slalom equipment.

Always buy a new ski helmet - for your child's safety!

The right size. It sounds like a no-brainer - but children can find it hard to decide for themselves whether a ski boot feels comfortable, the ski is too long or the helmet is too big. If it's hard to decide on your own, we recommend getting help from an expert, otherwise your day on the slopes might not turn out as you hoped.
Should you add insurance? Equipment can be broken, lost or even stolen. So consider whether you should insure your children's ski equipment. If you hire your equipment you can easily add insurance for a cheap price.
Invest in a brand new helmet. All equipment can be bought second-hand - except the helmet. A helmet that has been subjected to hard impacts is less likely to provide the protection it is intended for. So if we can only advise you to buy and If there's one new gadget, it's definitely the helmet. Safety always comes first!

We've now given you our top tips on slalom equipment for children. Hopefully, it's now a little easier to decide whether to buy new, second-hand or rented equipment. If you have any questions or concerns about ski hire you are most welcome to visit Stöten in Sälen's own ski shop. Competent staff are always on hand to help you with all your questions.

See you on the slopes!

Our ski passes - choose the right SkiPass for you

A SkiPass in Stöten gives you access to the best skiing in Sälen! Choose the lift pass that best suits you and your needs!

SkiPass for adults over 18 years old
SkiPass Plus for those who absolutely love skiing
Children 0-6 years for our youngest ski fans
Youth for children and adolescents over 7 years old
SkiPass Parent for parents who want to take turns skiing
3-hour pass for those who just want to travel a little
Morning and evening skiing for those who want to maximise their ski day
Season tickets for those who plan to visit us extra often

Wolf Club - the kids' own club

Every week, Vargy organises lots of fun activities for all Stöten children aged 3 to 8. Click on the link to find out more about each activity and how to sign up;